2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1998 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Firebird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1998 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
Model | DBS | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |